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A Great Man: A Frolic is a novel written by Arnold Bennett and published in 1911. The story follows the life of Edwin Clayhanger, a young man from a middle-class family in the fictional town of Bursley, England. Edwin is determined to become a successful businessman and make... Read Full Overview

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"A Great Man" from Arnold Bennett. English writer (1867-1931).

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

British author Arnold Bennett was well acquainted with the ups and downs of literary acclaim. In the witty romp A Great Man, he brings his personal experiences to bear in telling the tale of Henry Knight, a shy, eccentric author who begins to make a name for himself on the literary... Read Full Overview

Reproduction of the original: A Great Man by Arnold Bennett

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

British author Arnold Bennett was well acquainted with the ups and downs of literary acclaim. In the witty romp A Great Man, he brings his personal experiences to bear in telling the tale of Henry Knight, a shy, eccentric author who begins to make a name for himself on the literary... Read Full Overview

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British author Arnold Bennett was well acquainted with the ups and downs of literary acclaim. In the witty romp A Great Man, he brings his personal experiences to bear in telling the tale... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

In this witty and satirical comedy, a wealthy businessman decides to take a break from his dull routine and indulge in a playful adventure, which leads him to meet a charming actress with whom he falls in love. But their romance is complicated by his social status and her... Read Full Overview

In this witty and satirical comedy, a wealthy businessman decides to take a break from his dull routine and indulge in a playful adventure, which leads him to meet a charming actress with whom he falls in love. But their romance is complicated by his social status and her... Read Full Overview

A Great Man